JConcepts have unveiled their new Whippts and Rippits 2.2″ dirt oval tires. The dirt oval racing scene has a new off-road tire, the Whippits. Built on the industry standard, 2.2” bead size carcass, the Whippits are fresh from the JConcepts design team. However, these tires first surfaced during the 2015 racing season for off-road racing. Going back, this design started with a sit-down meeting with racing legend Brian “Dirt” Kinwald. From there, Jason Ruona went to work creating a beefier bar tire capable of conquering the outdoor blue groove, black groove, sealed, and glue type surfaces. The Whippits feature the 45-degree edging Kinwald asked for with light detail separating the pins as a noticeable top and bottom layer.
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The outside of the tire features a directional inspiration from the 1:8th buggy tire, the Metrix, to support the lateral load while still providing forward drive mid to corner exit. The long Whippit bars in the center provide massive straight-line tracking and stability and the heavier nature of the pin itself resists excess center wear. Small Pressure Point type pins have been added in a subtle way to handle light dust and increase surface area where needed. Whippits will excel on tracks that have taken on rubber or have been pre-treated with fluids or chemicals to induce extra grip or consistency.
The carcass of the Whippit tire has more internal sidewall rib support than any previous generation JConcepts tire. This allows the tire to hold the carcass shape with less deflection during intensely run dirt oval races and high-speed cornering. Dirt-Tech inserts are included to support and provide steadfast durability. The directional nature of the tire can be adjusted or utilized directly left to right depending on handling characteristics desired on any given dirt oval. As the tires wear, the outer bars tend to remain in tack while center treads wear and create low tread handling usually resulting in increased speed.
Features:
- JConcepts original tread, available in multiple compounds
- Horizontal, low-profile / beefy tread, close arrangement
- 45-degree edging, highly detailed layers
- 2.2” bead size carcass
- Carefully shaped carcass = smooth steering characteristics
- Includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts
The combined rib | tread front tire from JConcepts is revolutionary and with 2wd dirt oval vehicles, front tires are more critical than ever. With JConcepts, the options are powerful. The Rippits feature vertical bars that were introduced on the Whippits rear tire but designed and positioned more favorable for a front tire. By moving the bars vertical the front tracking and stability is very noticeable. The Rippits allow the driver to clear a corner, release the turn and power forward with confidence on grippy conditions.
The positioning of the bars in proximity provides a smooth transition side to side and grips high-speed corners with force. The tread spacing still cuts through the dust on the outside line of the track giving plenty of “catch” allowing the driver to search out the quicker laps. The highly blended outside bar makes the transition from small to large tracks that much more forgiving. The overall surface area of the tire grips harder in areas of the track where the most traction exists translating into quick lap-times. Rippits will excel on tracks that have taken on rubber or have been pre-treated with fluids or chemicals to induce extra grip or consistency.
The carcass of the Rippit tire has more internal sidewall rib support than any previous generation JConcepts tire. This allows the tire to hold the carcass shape with less deflection during intensely run dirt oval races and high-speed cornering. The symmetrical nature of the tire can be utilized left to right and with the support of Dirt-Tech inserts provides excellent cornering power. As the tires wear, the outer bars tend to remain in tack while center treads wear and create low tread handling usually resulting in increased speed.
The JConcepts team builds, tests, and travels the world to support the brand and gather valuable driver feedback in search of the best appearing and performance items on the market. The product is designed in the U.S.A. and always backed by JConcepts customer service, supported, and developed by professionals with style. Look for reputable dealers and distributors and demand authentic products – choose JConcepts.
Features:
- JConcepts original tread, available in multiple compounds
- Vertical, low-profile / beefy tread, close arrangement
- 45-degree edging, highly detailed layers
- 2.2” bead size carcass
- Carefully shaped carcass = smooth steering characteristics
- Includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts
About JConcepts: JConcepts is a Florida-based RC design and manufacturing company. Owner and president, Jason Ruona, has been involved with Radio Control cars since the 1980’s. Early beginnings include building and driving such vehicles as the Tamiya Clod Buster, the Team Losi JRX-T and Associated RC10 and RC10T. The 1990’s were spent as a Team Associated travel team driver racing at events all around the world. Now, decades later, JConcepts is proudly selling quality bodies, tires, wheels and accessories to RC enthusiasts around the world.
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